The Seed of Man (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1969, The Seed of Man is a fantasy, drama, romance and science fiction film directed by Marco Ferreri, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. During a Post-Apocalyptic period in the near future the majority of the European population has been wiped out by some sort of undefined plague. Cino and Dora, a young couple, are rounded up by what constitutes the authorities on an isolated temporary base. They are examined and given antibiotics which will protect them for six months, told to pick out a deserted house to live in the area, and use that time to conceive a child.
Who’s in it. The Seed of Man stars Marco Margine as Cino, Anne Wiazemsky as Dora, Rada Rassimov as Blonde girl from Major De Votis's squad and Maria Teresa Piaggio as Priest, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Seed of Man has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Seed of Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Seed of Man tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Seed of Man (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Seed of Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Seed of Man worth watching?
- The Seed of Man holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Seed of Man?
- The Seed of Man stars Marco Margine, Anne Wiazemsky, Rada Rassimov, Maria Teresa Piaggio and Milvia Deanna Frosini.
- When was The Seed of Man released?
- The Seed of Man was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.